Assembler, Settings (ONSITE)

About the role

Hoover & Strong, founded in 1912, is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner that makes over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our team of over 90 dedicated coworkers have created a family-oriented work environment that encourages sharing of ideas and responsible practices in a Lean Manufacturing factory.

Responsibilities

The Assembler, Settings position is responsible for assembling and blanking settings. This person will be working on exclusive customer products.

• Consistently assembles 200-250 quality pieces per 8-hour shift including inspections, cleanup and turning in job with less than 2% defect ratio.
• Sets up equipment accurately and independently.
• Adjusts and corrects machine set-ups to reduce thicknesses, reshape products, and eliminate product defects.
• Cross trains in multiple jewelry departments.
• Ensures that the correct amount of material is ordered, scans jobs to proper area and box # and ensures the correct time and weight on each job.
• Observe all plant safety rules and regulations, wear proper safety attire at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Able to use & read measuring instruments (i.e.: rulers, gauges, etc.)
• Must be punctual and reliable; achieves results even when confronted with conflicting responsibilities and limited resources.
• Must work well with coworkers using both written and verbal communication.
• Will usually voice their opinions and ideas when problem-solving to formulate the best path forward.
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains high ethics. Is respectful and honest. Is caring, friendly and willing to share knowledge and expertise.

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Will be required to perform specific tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, kicking or kneeling
• Must be able to lift with or without mechanical aids on a recurring basis (up to 45 lbs.)
• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must have 20/20 distance vision with or without the use of aids such as glasses or contact lenses.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off - 14 days (pro-rated first year)
• Nine paid holidays
• Eligibility for 401k, with Company Profit Sharing contributions
• Company contribution to your Medical and Dental plans
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Vision and Supplemental Insurance Available
• Company paid Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Performance bonuses and Spot Awards
• Monthly luncheons, cookouts and other fun activities
• Days Only - No Shift Work

Pay

Settings Hourly Pay Range: $19.00

Schedule

Days Only - No Shift Work